Utility Crew Chief - Water Distribution - DAY Shift

Job Title

This position is with the City of Mesquite.

Salary: $26.44/hr to lead, oversee and participate in the work of an assigned crew responsible for providing maintenance services for water distribution and wastewater collection systems; and to perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility. Supervision is provided by the Utility Supervisor.

• Lead, plan, train and review the work of an assigned crew responsible for providing maintenance services for water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Plan, direct and participate in the maintenance of water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Supervise the use of and operate various equipment including a truck, jet truck, dump truck, backhoe/loader, fire hydrant seating equipment, boring equipment, shoring materials, trash pumps and hand tools; perform general maintenance duties including refueling, changing oil and lubricating parts on vehicles; make minor adjustments as necessary.
• Train assigned employees in their areas of work in water distribution and wastewater collection systems maintenance methods and techniques and in the assembling and use of equipment.
• Perform the full range of duties in the assigned area of work.
• Inspect water distribution mains and lines for needed maintenance and repairs; lead and participate in the repair of water mains and lines; install clamps, pipe or fittings; make proper tie-in.
• Participate in the reconnection of meter services; take meter readings as appropriate
• Lead and participate in the installation, replacement and repair of sewer mains and lines; participate in the clearing and replacing of taps; oversee the cleaning of sanitary sewer mains; oversee the installation and repair of manholes.
• Locate sewer or water mains and lines by utilizing probes; dig up sewer lines as necessary; unstop sewer lines with the use of rotor rooter and high-pressure equipment; locate utility lines using probes and by hand-digging as necessary.
• Lead and participate in infiltration control of sewer utility lines.
• Work with outside contractors as required.
• Repair and pour concrete and asphalt surfaces in areas of water and wastewater pipe construction activities.
• May handle and transport hazardous materials as assigned.
• Remain on call to respond to emergency situations for repair of water distribution and wastewater collection systems or other related problems.
• Ensure the safety of assigned crew members and the surrounding public.
• Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
• Responsible for keeping equipment cleaned and stocked.

Other duties include verifying the work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques and compliance with applicable standards and specification; estimating time, materials and equipment required for jobs assigned; and performing other duties as assigned.

Education:

High School Diploma or GED.

Experience:

One year of experience in water distribution or wastewater collection systems, including six months backhoe experience. OR Completed 40 hours of TCEQ approved class work towards a state certification and six months experience in water distribution or wastewater collection systems, including six months of backhoe experience.

Licenses and

Certifications:

Possession of a valid driver's license. Possession of a valid Class A Texas driver's license or obtain a Class A commercial driver's license within 90 days of employment. Failure to obtain a Class A driver's license within 90 days of employment will result in non-disciplinary termination. Water – obtain Class "C" Distribution certification from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality within 1 year following successfully completion of probationary period, if hired after January 1, 2003.

Wastewater – obtain Class "II' Wastewater certification from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality within 1 year following successfully completion of probationary period, if hired after January 1, 2003. Failure to obtain…